Biography · Spreul-24
Reverend John Spreull
c. 1510
Scotland
Biography and research notes
The father relationship with Robert Spreul is assessed as confident. Metcalfe p.104 explicitly calls heir John the nephew of the Dundonald vicar and son of the vicar's brother Robert, burgess of Glasgow.
Birthc. 1510 · Scotland
DeathDate not established · Glasgow, Scotland
LocalityScotland
Family and relationships
How to read the evidence What “Documented”, “Probable”, “Possible” and “Unassessed tree link” mean.
Children 1Unknown SpreullDates not established
| Person and dates | Relationship | Current assessment | Why this relationship is shown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown Spreull Dates not established | child | Unassessed child link | The family tree retains this link, but the available records have not been assessed as establishing this relationship. |
Parents 1Robert Spreulc. 1500–1555
| Person and dates | Relationship | Current assessment | Why this relationship is shown |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Spreul c. 1500–1555 | father | Strongly supported father | Metcalfe p.104 explicitly calls heir John the nephew of the Dundonald vicar and son of the vicar's brother Robert, burgess of Glasgow. |
Earlier notes and research toolsEarlier assessments, imports, comparisons and exports
This material is retained for audit and future research. It is not a second current conclusion. Imported values, automated comparisons and raw exports do not override the reviewed presentation above.
Research notes and earlier assessments
Conclusion: Current conclusion
The father relationship with Robert Spreul is assessed as confident. Metcalfe p.104 explicitly calls heir John the nephew of the Dundonald vicar and son of the vicar's brother Robert, burgess of Glasgow.
Original Markdown
The father relationship with [Robert Spreul](https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Spreul-26) is assessed as **confident**. Metcalfe p.104 explicitly calls heir John the nephew of the Dundonald vicar and son of the vicar's brother Robert, burgess of Glasgow.
Assessment: Father relationship assessment — 28 September 2026
This is a review of existing evidence, not a newly discovered record. Attached father: Robert Spreul. Assessment: confident.
Reason: Metcalfe p.104 explicitly calls heir John the nephew of the Dundonald vicar and son of the vicar's brother Robert, burgess of Glasgow.
Source summary: Metcalfe p.104 explicitly calls heir John the nephew of the Dundonald vicar and son of the vicar's brother Robert, burgess of Glasgow. Saved on WikiTree and verified in the live edit form on 28 September 2026; only the father certainty and its explanation were updated.
Original Markdown
This is a review of existing evidence, not a newly discovered record. Attached father: [Robert Spreul](https://www.wikitree.com/wiki/Spreul-26). Assessment: **confident**. Reason: Metcalfe p.104 explicitly calls heir John the nephew of the Dundonald vicar and son of the vicar's brother Robert, burgess of Glasgow. Source summary: Metcalfe p.104 explicitly calls heir John the nephew of the Dundonald vicar and son of the vicar's brother Robert, burgess of Glasgow. Saved on WikiTree and verified in the live edit form on 28 September 2026; only the father certainty and its explanation were updated.
Research data and downloads
Person data (JSON) · Family network
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